Originally published on November 8, 2014
Omelettes used to be something that eluded me. I just could never figure out how to make them. I’d try to do it, and end up with a bunch of toppings mixed in with some scrambled eggs. I even got to calling it “Scrambled Egg Mess,” because I knew it would turn out nothing like an omelette. But now, I’ve worked a couple of brunches and breakfasts on a line, gotten a bit of practice, and have watched many talented people throw eggs onto the flattop and turn them into beautiful omelettes. It’s definitely not the traditional omelette that the late great Julia Child makes, but it is what you’ll find in any restaurant that’s open during breakfast hours. And, there’s a secret restaurant tip at the very end that will give you that gorgeous fluffy omelette you’re looking for.
Ingredients:
3 eggs
2 tablespoons water, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 1
1 tablespoon butter
3 mushrooms, sliced
1/2 onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Swiss cheese, thinly sliced
Salt
Pepper
Directions:
1.) Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat in a skillet. When hot add the mushrooms and onion and cook down until onions are very soft and mushrooms have begun to carmalize. Season with salt and pepper, remove from the skillet, and set aside.
2.) In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the 1 tablespoon of water. Place remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. When hot, pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Allow to cook, undisturbed, for about three minutes, just until the surface just starts to set. Season with salt and pepper.
3.) Place the mushroom and onion mixture down the centre of the egg. Top with shaved Swiss cheese. Gently fold one side up and over the filling, followed by the other side. Don’t worry about it too much if your egg breaks a bit here.
4.) Here’s the tip to getting the omelette fluffy. Pour in remaining tablespoon of water and quickly cover. Cook for 2 or 3 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the omelette is fluffy and set throughout. Uncover, remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper.
5.) Serve and enjoy!